Born In June Raised In April: What Adoption Can Teach the World
April DinwoodieNationally recognized thought leader, April Dinwoodie, hosts a personal journey while exploring her adoption experience. We follow her as she examines her efforts to find love, identity, family, and connection. Each month April will candidly interview, discuss, and unravel, all matters surrounding adoption.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 130 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Personal JournalsSociety & Culture | |||
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What does it mean to truly belong when the earliest chapters of your life hold unanswered questions?
This September on Born in June, Raised in April: What Adoption Can Teach the World, host April Dinwoodie sits down with journalist, writer, and Ado... more
As the back-to-school transition gets underway, new routines, unfamiliar hallways, and shifting social circles can test a child's confidence—especially for kids navigating difference, transracial adoption, or mixed-race identity. In this episode, Roo... more
In July 2026, April Dinwoodie discusses the complex themes of adoption, identity, freedom, and community with her guest, a neurodivergent queer trans woman and adoptee. They explore personal stories, societal perceptions, and the importance of authen... more
We are back in the month of June—a namesake time of year that invites us into a specific flow of reflection around family, identity, and the complex experiences of adoption and belonging. In this episode, April welcomes back the amazing Libby Hobbs (... more
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- April helps me better understand my adopted transracial son’s lived experience
April sharing her own experience and perspectives, helps me understand my son as he doesn’t open up much to me. Perhaps he’s still making sense of this himself—I hope he also listens to this podcast so he feels connected with others like himself.
I’m gaining lots of insights into his experience and perhaps what has created the rift in our relationship.
Although I am learning this too late in terms of my active parenting, it will help me going forward as his mother who is now more like his m... more
Apple Podcasts5ntabamama
New Zealand5 months ago - A stellar, informative and powerful episode
April‘s podcasts are always excellent. In this episode, April allows us to see inside her own relationship with her partner boyfriend so that we can see one template of people committed to doing the learning about themselves and their partner who happens to be an adopted person. I appreciate the courage it took for April and Steven to reveal such a personal peek into their private lives.
Apple Podcasts5Adoption-attuned Parent
United States2 years ago - Great show and awesome for purpose!
April is a spearhead for those of us who have navigated the foster care system or adoption. Simply, are many sensitive issues that don’t get discussed and April makes these discussions meaningful, instructive and holistic in its discussions. Please share far and wide with adoptive parents and those in the foster care community. Great work, April!
Apple Podcasts5YAJ3United States2 years ago - Love the discussions!
As a transnational, transracial adoptee, I appreciate listening to the various guest speakers and discussions! Thank you, April, for your thoughtfulness and work!
Apple Podcasts5BorahaeReviewUnited States4 years ago - Thank you, April!
As a mom of three young kids who are transracially adopted, I so appreciate your openness and willingness to share your story and life experience. Your voice and others like yours are so valuable in helping adoptive parents learn to love their kids well. Thanks again!!
Apple Podcasts5akgeorge1230United States5 years ago
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A thoughtful, identity-centered program that explores adoption, belonging, and family dynamics through personal storytelling and expert perspectives. Episodes frequently center adoptees' experiences, transracial adoption, and the social systems shaping child welfare, with a strong emphasis on voice, truth, and community-building. Noteworthy is the host's long-running, vulnerable interviewing style and a consistent focus on unveiling hidden narratives—from naming and claiming heritage to navigating open adoption, tragedy, and resilience. Potential listeners will likely be drawn to authentic conversations about identity, parenting, and social justice, told with empathy and practical insights for families and professionals involved in adoption... more
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1. Dr. Jennifer Noble
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